An exciting innovation in nonsurgical weightreduction is taking Seattle by storm

The future of weight loss

If you are looking to make a change, but are discouraged by the invasive nature of bariatric surgery, the gastric balloon system may present an excellent alternative. If destructive eating has become a real source of pain for you, and caused you to put on unwanted pounds, the innovative two-part stomach balloon process can offer hope in a desert of disappointment. Many clients who have experienced nothing but failure with other body contouring solutions have found that the holistic nature of the gastric balloon system helps keep the weight off long-term with a few simple lifestyle changes.

A complete lifestyle makeover

The Seattle gastric balloon program at Athenix takes a full year to complete, although the device is only in place for the first 6 months. During the second 6 months, counseling and support continues while the patient learns to live without the stomach balloon.

Safety, comfort and effectiveness are top priorities

Most Seattle gastric balloon clients find that the balloon is supremely comfortable and they do not notice it once it has been inserted. The soft, pliable saline balloon simply sits in the abdomen, creating a sensation of fullness that helps clients to eat less and thus lose weight. In fact, the stomach balloon has been shown to inspire almost 3 times as much weight loss as diet and exercise alone.

Previously, there was no middle ground between bariatric surgery and dieting, which meant many patients who were not comfortable with invasive surgery had to go through with it anyway just to see more dramatic results. The gastric balloon with its nonsurgical endoscopic insertion process presents one of world’s first truly viable alternatives to bariatric surgery, one that offers minimal risks and reduced complications.

The Gastric Balloon

Proven weight loss, no incisions required

Non surgical weight loss

ORBERA® is a reversible non surgical weight loss procedure, which means no incisions, stitches, or scars.

#1 Gastric Balloon

ORBERA® is the global leading weight loss balloon and has helped thousands meet their weight loss goals.

Lose 3x the Weight

Millions of pounds have been lost with ORBERA®, with over 220,000 gastric balloons distributed worldwide.

Understanding the statistics

The numbers for the gastric balloon program show dynamic change and exciting trends in weight loss. As of FDA approval, most patients have lost anywhere from 25 to 45% of their excess body weight, sometimes as much as 60 or 70 pounds. The key to the success is the completion of the full 12 month program during which patients learn to manage not only the physical aspects of compulsive eating, but also the emotional ones.

The Athenixpromise

Athenix has thrived in the body sculpting industry as a champion of technological advancement combined with compassionate, personalized care. Our VASER liposuction technology and mini body sculpting techniques have improved patient aesthetics for decades, while today our clients can enjoy the newest Orbera and Reshape systems for even more weight loss from their stomach balloon in Seattle.

We are dedicated to building a friendly, trustworthy practice in which clients feel completely at home and at ease. All of our counselors, life coaches and nutritionists in the gastric balloon program have been with us for years and know the value of establishing positive long-term relationships with clients. We go to any lengths to ensure that your experience is one of reward, stress reduction and satisfaction.

ORBERA™ VS RESHAPE™

It can be difficult to tell which type of gastric balloon is right for your needs. This is why it's so important to attend one of our free consultations at our Seattle offices, where our team can answer your questions in depth and help you to understand all the information available to you so that you can make the most informed decision possible.

Orbera

Approved in 2015 by the FDA, the Orbera single sphere stomach balloon has become an instant favorite among weight-loss clients from all backgrounds and of all ages. The balloon is approximately the size of a small cantaloupe and creates a sensation of fullness that helps clients to minimize snacking and destructive overeating. Most find that they cannot feel the stomach balloon in place, and that they hardly feel hungry throughout the day.

Reshape

The Reshape stomach balloon is engineered with two spheres rather than one to accommodate the abdomen's natural contours and to offer twice as much appetite suppression as the single sphere balloon. The Reshape technology has been hailed as among the most progressive and effective weight-loss strategies in recent history, and has helped thousands to get their lives on track and to regain lost energy.

Our extensive before-and-after photo gallery offers patients a glimpse into what they can expect from the gastric balloon process in terms of results. If you do not immediately see any clients who present the same issues as you, simply ask the doctor for access to more photos. When you undergo your Seattle consultation, the doctor may also furnish you with advanced 3-D imaging results, another important tool in managing your expectations.

Congratulations to all our Seattle area success stories! We have included several patient testimonials to give you an overview of real-life experience with the gastric balloon process. In turn, we invite you to submit your own story for our website once you have undergone the 12 month program.

If you think the gastric balloon program might be right for your needs, do not hesitate to contact our office and set up a free confidential consultation today. Our team of body sculpting specialists will meet with you to discuss your options in detail and will present you with the concrete roadmap for moving forward. We will explore your medical history, assess your current weight loss needs, and give you an overview of what to expect over the course of the 12-month gastric balloon program. If you are working with other medical professionals on certain health concerns, we can incorporate these auxiliary doctors and experts into your treatment plan.

Schedule a new patient consultation at no charge and find out if the gastric balloon procedure is right for you.